"Generous givers who want to instill godly values in the next generation must begin
early; that is the only way to ensure that their benefactors will maintain a spiritual
'core' that will protect both the inheritance and themselves."

At this time of year we think of giving thanks to God and those close to us. We show
our thanks through meaningful gifts to our personal and community family. Southern
is an important part of my family. This year I am giving to enhance opportunities
for Southern students to build their careers of service within their academic field
of study. I believe service learning helps them refine their skills while allowing
them to see specific ways they can make a difference in their community for the rest
of their lives. Please join me in giving to the Southern Serves Initiative this year.

More than 1,000 alumni are estimated to have attended Alumni Homecoming Weekend activities
this year.Pillars of Progress was the theme, which included events celebrating Southern's past and the progress
the university has made into the present.The 60th anniversary of the accreditation of Southern Missionary College as a four-year school
and the 40th anniversary of McKee Library provided much of the focus for the theme.

The Legacy Society Banquet provides an opportunity to fellowship with others who share
a heart for giving, hear from students who benefit from such generosity, and to enjoy
the musical talent of Southern's Symphony Orchestra. The event gives Southern an opportunity to recognize and thank those who support the university
through a future legacy gift.

Your generosity enriches the Southern experience and inspires students to prepare
for a higher calling and life of service.This is what it means to leave a legacy.Your legacy can provide life-changing opportunities for students at Southern--many
of whom you may never meet.As one student recently stated "you will never know what you have done until we get
to heaven." We hope you will come and other Southern supporters who value Christ-centered
education as we celebrate your legacy!

This event is by invitation only.To learn more about how you can help students at Southern and be a part of this special
evening, contact Carolyn Liers at plangive@southern.edu or call 1.800.768.8437.

Join corporate leaders like Volkswagen of America and McKee Foods Corporation by calling
us today. 15 percent discount if you book an event by December 31, 2010. Contact Conference
Services and Events at 423.236.2555 or email conferenceservices@southern.edu.